RAMON DEL FIERRO MAGSAYSAY (1907-1957)President of the Republic of the Philippines
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December 1953 - 17 March 1957

Ramon Magsaysay was the third president of the Republic of the
Philippines after World War II. His life had great impact not only
in his country but on many people in many lands. He was one of the
outstanding leaders of his time.

Ramon Magsaysay commanded the admiration, respect and affection of
people because he was a simple, humble man; because he cared for all
people as individuals and believed in their dignity and importance;
and because he had the courage of his convictions. His objective was
to improve the lot of his fellow Filipinos and he approached the
task with selfless devotion. He was convinced that government, to
last and to be sound, must have integrity and reflect the will of
the people.

A man of greatness of spirit, he saw his fellow human beings born
with the right to live in liberty and happiness. He angered at
injustice and the violation of high principles. He worked to build a
nation -- a world -- in which all people were free and lived in
honor and peace with one another.

The world is richer and better because Ramon Magsaysay lived. His
spirit will continue to be an inspiration. He exemplifies the
highest type of leadership.